In-house Paralegal

Michael Page (UK); Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced In-house Paralegal in Chester. You will manage litigation workflows and support a small legal team with drafting court documents and liaising with external contacts. Offering a salary between £25k - 30k, this position emphasizes professional development and a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Some experience as a paralegal, preferably in litigation.
• Comfortable drafting legal documents and attending court.
• Finance experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing litigation workflows and assisting on disputes.
• Drafting and reviewing court documents and correspondence.
• Liaising with external counsel and courts.

Skills

Litigation experience

Document drafting

Liaising with external contacts

Job description

• Become part of a niche in-house motor‑finance legal team
• Great scope for progression and development within evolving buisness

About Our Client

Work for an award‑winning and forward‑thinking in‑house legal function in the motor‑finance sector. This employer values commercial insight and legal excellence, providing a collaborative environment where legal professionals gain varied exposure and genuine opportunity for development within a focused, niche business.

Job Description

The In-house Paralegal will be:

• Managing litigation workflows and assisting on disputes in the motor‑finance space
• Drafting and reviewing court documents, defences, and correspondence
• Liaising with external counsel and courts to ensure timely filings and hearings
• Preparing litigation bundles and taking witness statements
• Supporting the small legal team with litigation case tracking and process improvements

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have some experience as a paralegal, preferably within litigation, and an interest in the car finance sector.

You will need to be comfortable drafting legal documents, attending court, and liaising with external contacts.

Finance experience would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

This is more than just a job-it's a career opportunity offering:

• A competitive salary from £25k - 30k
• Real responsibility in litigation matters within a small, supportive legal team
• Strong scope for professional development and increased litigation experience
• A healthy work‑life balance, standard working hours, and Chester's manageable commute
• Immediate integration into a culture of collaboration and business‑focused legal work

If you're an experienced In-house Paralegal, apply now or contact Lucy Martin for more information